Solar Energy Training

Pierce College ETPL
The solar industry is experiencing exponential growth, and recent federal legislation, such as the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, is driving even greater demand for solar energy. Our online solar energy course is designed to provide comprehensive training in this booming field, covering key concepts that will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel.In this solar training course, you will discover the factors driving this industry's growth and demand, including government policies, environmental concerns, and the decreasing cost of solar panels. Understanding these solar industry drivers will help you shape the future of solar energy and stay ahead in this evolving field. You will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of solar photovoltaics (PV) and gain insights into the positive environmental impact, energy independence, and cost savings associated with solar PV systems. You will also explore the challenges and considerations involved in their installation and operation. Diving into the essential components of a solar PV system, such as solar panels, inverters, charge controllers, and batteries, you will understand how they work together to capture, convert, and store solar energy ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. The basics of electricity and safety protocols will also be covered in this solar energy training course. Learn about electrical concepts like voltage, current, and power and how they relate to solar PV systems to create a secure work environment, so you can mitigate potential hazards on the job site.

Financial information

Total tuition

$1,195.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Lakewood, Online, Puyallup

Instructional methods

Hybrid or Blended Program, Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

Yes

Program details

3 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

N/A

Credits

40

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Top industries for graduates

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Student characteristics

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.